240小时免签下北京入境游丨2025年前三季度北京接待入境游客388.4万人次，同比增长42.9%

Core Insights - Beijing's inbound tourism market is experiencing rapid growth, with a 42.9% year-on-year increase in inbound visitors, totaling 3.884 million from January to September 2023 [3] - Inbound tourism spending reached $5.02 billion during the same period, marking a 47.1% increase [3] - The recent National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival saw a 48% increase in inbound visitors, totaling 119,000, and a 54.1% increase in spending, amounting to 1.23 billion yuan [3] Policy and Initiatives - The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism introduced the "Beijing Inbound Tourism Service Optimization Action Plan" in June, featuring 22 practical measures across product, promotion, service, and support [3] - A new management method for inbound tourism rewards and support funds was established to incentivize travel agencies, tourist attractions, and online travel platforms [3] Service Enhancements - Over 1,500 tax refund shops are available for inbound tourists, with five centralized refund points for immediate tax refunds [5] - The "immediate purchase and refund" service limit was raised from 50,000 yuan to 220,000 yuan, and the refund processing time extended from 17 days to 28 days [6] Product Development - The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism plans to focus on high-quality, sustainable development of inbound tourism, introducing diverse products and routes [8] - The "Beijing New Discoveries" initiative launched ten themed routes, including experiences in traditional hutongs and industrial heritage sites [8] Market Participation - Companies like Ctrip, Air China, and Wormhole Creative are actively developing inbound tourism products, enhancing offerings such as free half-day tours and visa policy sections on their platforms [9] - The combination of favorable policies and improved services is driving the growth of Beijing as a global tourism destination and a preferred choice for inbound tourism in China [9]